CPSC, Thrifty Paper Co. Announce Recall of Electric Fans

Active Recall Announced October 8, 2002 CPSC #03005

Quick answer

CPSC, Thrifty Paper Co. Announce Recall of Electric Fans is CPSC recall #03005, announced on October 8, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled electric fans, which have the brand name "Top Choice" printed on the fan blade cover, were sold under seven different model names: SF16BU(BE), SF16BK, DF16BU(BE), DF18, FL18, and BSD-18066. The model name can be found on the motor housing. The DF18 and FL18 models have a label that reads, "Hi Velocity Top Choice Air Circulator," which is also located on the fan blade cover. The three-speed, four-position fans are either floor-mounted or table-top units. The fans were manufactured in China. The remedy is consumers should stop using these electric fans immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. consumers can also return the fans to the firm for a full refund, by mailing the unit to: 110 west graham ave., hempstead, n.y., 11550.. Affected brand: Thrifty Paper Co. Inc..

Hazard

The recalled electric fans, which have the brand name "Top Choice" printed on the fan blade cover, were sold under seven different model names: SF16BU(BE), SF16BK, DF16BU(BE), DF18, FL18, and BSD-18066. The model name can be found on the motor housing. The DF18 and FL18 models have a label that reads, "Hi Velocity Top Choice Air Circulator," which is also located on the fan blade cover. The three-speed, four-position fans are either floor-mounted or table-top units. The fans were manufactured in China.

Affected products

Electric Fans

Recalled brands

Thrifty Paper Co. Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these electric fans immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers can also return the fans to the firm for a full refund, by mailing the unit to: 110 West Graham Ave., Hempstead, N.Y., 11550.

Recall date

October 8, 2002

Categories

Fans

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #03005?

CPSC recall #03005 covers CPSC, Thrifty Paper Co. Announce Recall of Electric Fans, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on October 8, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled electric fans, which have the brand name "Top Choice" printed on the fan blade cover, were sold under seven different model names: SF16BU(BE), SF16BK, DF16BU(BE), DF18, FL18, and BSD-18066. The model name can be found on the motor housing. The DF18 and FL18 models have a label that reads, "Hi Velocity Top Choice Air Circulator," which is also located on the fan blade cover. The three-speed, four-position fans are either floor-mounted or table-top units. The fans were manufactured in China.

What is the remedy for recall #03005?

The CPSC remedy for recall #03005 is consumers should stop using these electric fans immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. consumers can also return the fans to the firm for a full refund, by mailing the unit to: 110 west graham ave., hempstead, n.y., 11550.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Thrifty Paper Co. Announce Recall of Electric Fans on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Thrifty-Paper-Co-Announce-Recall-of-Electric-Fans-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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